CTI Products MCN RCD System Overview - Manual (Page 6)

MCN System Manual Introduction and Overview
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The Comparator I/O Module and the User Interface Modules connect with a single
cable between the network ports of the modules, simplifying system installation.
Large comparator display systems can be built by chaining up to 20 Comparator
I/O Modules together in a single network segment. Contact CTI Products for help
in designing systems that will require more than 20 Comparator I/O Modules.
The MCN family also includes Auxiliary Modules that provide special control or
interface functions, allowing you to expand the capabilities of your comparator
display system. For example, your system may have transmitter sites that you
want to be able to remotely monitor and control. Section 4 provides a list of all
the MCN Auxiliary Modules available. These Auxiliary Modules connect into
your comparator display system the same way as the Comparator I/O or User
Interface Modules.
Some of the features of the MCN products include:
• Easy RF communications system troubleshooting
• Remote disabling of noise-producing equipment
• Automatic logging of RF system malfunctions with a PC based user
interface
Together, the Comparator I/O Module and the User Interface Module provide a
simple, cost effective way to control your comparator system. Because of the
MCN system’s modular design, your comparator display system can easily expand
as your communications system grows.
Note: Some modules in the MCN family look alike. The model number label on
the rear panel of the module gives the module type information you need to tell
each module apart.
1.2 Reference Documents
1. Comparator Interface Module (CIB) Hardware Reference Manual
Part Number S2-60426
2. ASTRO-TAC™ Comparator Interface Module (AIB) Hardware Reference
Manual
Part Number S2-60399
3. Input/Output Interface Module (IIB) Hardware Reference Manual
Part Number S2-60400
4. Host Computer Interface Module (HIB) Hardware Reference Manual
Part Number S2-60427